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About the Client
Our client is a high-profile federal government agency at the forefront of national cyber capabilities. They play a critical role in safeguarding Australia’s interests through advanced technology, intelligence, and cybersecurity operations. The team is mission-driven, collaborative, and committed to innovation in a secure and dynamic environment.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior DevOps Engineer (EL1 equivalent) to support the delivery of a major cyber data management initiative. You’ll work closely with development teams to build and maintain robust, automated environments that enable rapid and secure service delivery. Key responsibilities include:
The Successful Candidate
To be considered, you must be an Australian citizen with a minimum NV1 security clearance. Candidates with a current Defence-recognised Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) are highly preferred. You must also be willing to undergo the OSA process prior to engagement.
We’re looking for someone with:
What’s on Offer
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 5.
Security Requirements: Must be an Australian Citizens with a minimum Negative Vetting One (NV1) security clearance. An OSA (Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 29 August 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
Senior DevOps Engineer
| Job title : | Senior DevOps Engineer |
| Contract type : | Contract |
| Location : | Canberra |
| Sectors : | |
| Salary : | $150 - $175 per hour |
| Start date : | 2025-08-25 00:00:00 |
| Duration : | 12.0 MONTH |
| Job Reference : | V-55424 |
| Contact name : | Damien Mackerras |
| Contact email : | damienm@whizdom.com.au |
| Job published : | about 6 hours ago |
Our client is a high-profile federal government agency at the forefront of national cyber capabilities. They play a critical role in safeguarding Australia’s interests through advanced technology, intelligence, and cybersecurity operations. The team is mission-driven, collaborative, and committed to innovation in a secure and dynamic environment.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior DevOps Engineer (EL1 equivalent) to support the delivery of a major cyber data management initiative. You’ll work closely with development teams to build and maintain robust, automated environments that enable rapid and secure service delivery. Key responsibilities include:
- Driving observability practices across platform tools
- Enhancing release engineering and developer productivity
- Implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling
- Managing infrastructure provisioning and configuration
- Leading systems integration and process improvements
- Supporting disaster recovery planning and documentation
The Successful Candidate
To be considered, you must be an Australian citizen with a minimum NV1 security clearance. Candidates with a current Defence-recognised Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) are highly preferred. You must also be willing to undergo the OSA process prior to engagement.
We’re looking for someone with:
- A strong IT infrastructure background and DevOps expertise
- Proven experience in CI/CD, automation, and cloud architecture
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Leadership qualities and a proactive, outcome-focused mindset
- Adaptability, resilience, and the ability to thrive in dynamic environments
What’s on Offer
- A long-term federal government contract with potential extensions
- A high-impact role contributing to national cyber capability
- Flexible working arrangements and a collaborative team culture
- Competitive daily rates and professional development opportunities
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 5.
Security Requirements: Must be an Australian Citizens with a minimum Negative Vetting One (NV1) security clearance. An OSA (Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 29 August 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.